Dishwashers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Vashon and the King County area, with companies that mention dishwasher work shown first.
Dishwasher Repair Companies Near Vashon
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Vashon. Other nearby bases include Kent (9), Seattle (7), and Tacoma (5). The farthest listed company is about 13 miles out. Friendly Appliance Repair Care, Inc is the nearest, roughly 6.4 miles from Vashon. Of those, 1 mentions dishwasher work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 28 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 6.4, 6.9, 7.0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 34 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Vashon: Tacoma Dishwasher Repair (10.8 miles away, based in Tacoma, lists Saturday hours); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (9.4 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expert Appliance Repair (11.4 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); InstaFix Appliance Repair (10.5 miles away, based in Federal Way, 4.7 stars from 243 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dishwasher Repair
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
Why Dishwashers Break Down
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Vashon
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not filling with water or dishwasher not cleaning dishes.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
Hand soap, dish soap or laundry detergent can make a dishwasher over-suds and spill water onto the floor; use only automatic dishwasher detergent. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
To keep dirty water from siphoning back into the dishwasher, the drain hose is run in a high loop (at least 32 inches high in GE's instructions) or through an air gap; an air gap is called for when local code requires it or when the drain connection sits less than 18 inches above the floor. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Most dishwasher repairs involve one part and an hour or so of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new one. Published ranges:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Around Vashon
Most dishwasher calls in Vashon come down to the same handful of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the inlet valve, the door latch and the heating parts.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Vashon
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Vashon, WA
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A clean filter, a clear drain hose and the model number in hand make any dishwasher repair in Vashon faster and cheaper.